Four-star hotel in Playa del Inglés, with an outdoor pool, kids’ club, gym and rooms with balconies, 900 m from the beach.
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Hotel Riu Papayas is a 4-star hotel in Playa del Inglés, 900 m from Playa del Inglés, with an outdoor pool and kids’ club. Its rooms combine a balcony, private bathroom and air conditioning; some offer garden views, and the family rooms accommodate up to four people. The double rooms accommodate up to three guests and are arranged with two single beds or one large double bed.
The gym, children’s pool and play area offer options for different times of day. The hotel has three restaurants, a bar, free WiFi and free private parking; breakfast is served as a buffet. The reception is open 24 hours a day, and car hire is also available, along with activities such as cycling and live shows. Yumbo Centrum is a 14-minute walk away, and Gran Canaria Airport is 28 km away.
Hotel Riu Papayas has double and family rooms, all with a balcony, air conditioning and a private bathroom. The double rooms are 27 m² and accommodate three people; the family rooms are 37 m² and can accommodate up to four. The double rooms are arranged with two single beds or one large double bed, while the family rooms combine one double bed and one large double bed. Amenities include a TV, wardrobe, safe, fridge, bed linen and towels.
The rooms with garden views offer a green outlook from the balcony; others have a balcony and views without a specific orientation. Bathrooms have a bath or shower and a hairdryer. With two different sizes and capacities, you can choose between a double room for up to three guests or a family room for four, with extra space for family trips.
At 27 m² and with capacity for three people, this double room stands out for its garden views from the balcony. Air conditioning and a private bathroom with a shower complete the room. You can choose between two single beds or one large double bed, depending on your preferred layout.
This 27 m² double room accommodates up to three guests and has a balcony, desk and fridge. The private bathroom has a shower or bath and a hairdryer; there is also a safe and a flat-screen TV. You can choose a layout with single beds or one large double bed.
At 37 m² and with capacity for four people, this family room offers garden views from the balcony. It has one double bed and one large double bed, and the private bathroom has a bath or shower. A safe and fridge complete the room’s amenities.
This 37 m² family room accommodates up to four people and has a balcony and views. It includes one double bed and one large double bed, as well as air conditioning and a private bathroom with a bath or shower. The satellite TV offers an in-room entertainment option.
Hotel Riu Papayas offers leisure options for adults and children: an outdoor pool, children’s pool, gym and fitness classes. The pool area also has sun loungers, parasols and a water slide. Families can make use of the kids’ club and indoor and outdoor play areas; the evening programme may include live music, shows and entertainment.
Your stay includes free WiFi and free private on-site parking, with no reservation needed. Shared spaces include terraces, and the reception is open 24 hours a day. Dining options include three restaurants, a bar and a snack bar, with themed dinners and wine or champagne available. Car hire, daily housekeeping and laundry complete the practical services. There is also a lift, air conditioning, a safe and family rooms, as well as activities such as cycling, canoeing and windsurfing.
Hotel Riu Papayas is in Playa del Inglés, in the south of Gran Canaria, in a tourist area with a beach, shops and leisure options. Playa del Inglés is 900 m away; Playa de Cochino is 1.0 km away and Playas del Veril is 1.2 km away. Yumbo Centrum is a 14-minute walk away. The Templo Ecuménico is 650 m away, and Mercado Agricolar is 1.2 km away, a stop for those who want to discover local produce and everyday life.
Parque Botánico de Maspalomas is 1.4 km away and the Maspalomas Dunes are 2.4 km away. Faro de Maspalomas is 4.2 km away, while Aqualand Maspalomas is 5.6 km away. Gran Canaria Airport is 28 km away. The hotel offers car hire and has free private parking, useful for arranging trips around the south of the island; Maspalomas Golf is 2.1 km away.
The coast lets you alternate beach days with walks through the dunes and visits to the area’s parks. In the warmer months, Playa del Inglés and the nearby beaches invite you to spend the day by the sea; the mild climate in the south of Gran Canaria also makes outdoor outings enjoyable in winter. Holiday World, 2.2 km away, is another leisure option for families, and Faro de Maspalomas offers another destination for an outing in the area.
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Guests particularly appreciate the staff’s service, the cleanliness and the comfort of the rooms. They also highlight the WiFi and leisure facilities. Value for money receives a somewhat more moderate rating than these better-regarded aspects.
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The nearest airport to Hotel Riu Papayas is Gran Canaria Airport, 28 km away. The drive usually takes around 25 minutes, depending on traffic. The hotel offers car hire, and free private parking is available on site, with no reservation needed. From there, you can travel to Playa del Inglés and other places in the south of Gran Canaria.
Hotel Riu Papayas is in Playa del Inglés, 900 m from the beach of the same name and 1.0 km from Playa de Cochino. Yumbo Centrum is a 14-minute walk away; Templo Ecuménico is 650 m away, and Parque Botánico de Maspalomas is 1.4 km away. The Maspalomas Dunes are 2.4 km away, with paths through the sand and coastal scenery.
Hotel Riu Papayas serves a buffet breakfast. The property also has three restaurants, a bar and a snack bar for other meals and drinks.
Hotel Riu Papayas has a kids’ club, children’s pool and indoor and outdoor play areas. The family rooms are 37 m² and accommodate four people, with a balcony and private bathroom; the hotel also lists family rooms among its facilities.
Hotel Riu Papayas has 27 m² double rooms for up to three people and 37 m² family rooms for four. The double rooms can be arranged with two single beds or one large double bed; the family rooms have one double bed and one large double bed.
Hotel Riu Papayas has a gym and fitness classes, as well as an outdoor pool and children’s pool. Activities in the area include cycling, canoeing and windsurfing; the hotel also offers live shows and evening entertainment.
Yes. Hotel Riu Papayas requires appropriate clothing for dinner. The property has three restaurants and offers themed dinners.
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